PEG-2 Cocamide

AKA: Polyethylene Glycol 2 Cocamide

Synthetic

Cleanser

Emulsifier

Clean

OriginTypically derived from coconut oil through extraction of fatty acids and glycerin components. Synthesized by ethoxylation and condensation of cocamide with polyethylene glycol chains.

Amides, coco alkyl, N-(hydroxyethyl), ethoxylated (1 mol EO average molar ratio)

CAS #

68425-44-5

Form

Liquid

Skin Types

●all-skin-types

Best For

General

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe

Yes

Functions

Emulsifying

Forces oil and water to stay mixed instead of separating into layers. The unsung hero holding your lotion together.

Foam Boosting

Emulsifier

Boosts Lather

Reduces Inflammation

Wound Healing

Fights Bacteria

Enhances lather

Mixes oil and water

The paper trail

🔬Peer-reviewednone on file

⚖️Regulatory1 listing →

🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →

Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.

EWG

CIR

Safe as used

Pregnancy

Yes

Restricted By

Credo Beauty Whole Foods Premium Body Care Beauty Heroes MADE SAFE EWG VERIFIED

Concentration Guide

Leave-onNot reported

Rinse-off0.12–2%

0%50%100%

CIR reported use · report published 2019

Regulatory Status

USA✔ permitted

EU⚠ restricted

JAPAN⚠ restricted

CANADA⚠ restricted

Regulatory Agencies

EWG CIR FDA EU COSING Health Canada

Verified Jun 2026

Data: CosIng · EWG · CIR